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Did J. Cole Commit Career Suicide? ("The Off Season" Review)

April 22, 2024 • 52 mins

For Case 234, we revisit J. Cole's The Off Season. In lieu of "the apology," has it tarnished his catalog? + Kanye has joined the Drake hate train once again with the release of his "Like That" verse, and even had some words for Cole too. And as we continue to wait for Kendrick, maybe this was not what he really wanted.

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Why Is Kendrick Lamar So Paranoid? ("DAMN." Album Review)

April 8, 2024 • 50 mins

For this episode, we revisit Kendrick Lamar's album DAMN., one that is often highlighted for perfectly blending his social awareness with commercial content. Digging into the album however, you'll even see hints of Kendrick's growing paranoia- a foreshadowing to K Dot's current reclusiveness.

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Did Ghostface Killah Have the Best Wu-Tang Solo Debut? ("IronMan" Review)

April 1, 2024 • 54 mins

Case 232 brings our focus to Ghostface Killah's IronMan. The album serves as his solo debut under the incomparable Wu Tang Clan, and was hailed critically. It was released in 1996-a year filled with monumental rap releases and was still a fan-favorite. But was it the best solo debut from the Wu?

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You Should Stop Sleeping on Vince Staples ("Ramona Park Broke My Heart Review")

March 18, 2024 • 53 mins

Case 231 revisits Vince Staples' Ramona Park Broke My Heart. It's a project that sees the Long Beach native flex his storytelling ability with life experiences. He manages to merge both angles with ease, resulting in one of his most complete bodies of work to date. His vivid storytelling has even resulted in landing his own Netflix show, but will it lead to more focus on his music?

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Is Lil Kim the GOAT Female MC? ("La Bella Mafia" Album Review)

March 13, 2024 • 50 mins

For Case 230, we revisit Lil' Kim's third album, La Bella Mafia. The Brooklyn MC had severed ties with all members of Junior M.A.F.I.A., and her friendship/business partnership with Diddy was also no longer in tact. Standing on her own for the first time since we met her by way of The Notorious B.I.G., Kim sought forth to prove herself. Her legacy never wavered, but how did the album hold up?

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What Will Take Run The Jewels to the Next Level? ('Run the Jewels 2' Album Review)

March 4, 2024 • 60 mins

Case 229 of Rap & Order visits Run The Jewels, (Killer Mike and El-P)'s critically acclaimed sequel. As a duo, they put out consistent bodies of work, laced with solid production from El-P. But what will take them to the next level?

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What Will Joey Bada$$ Do Next? ('1999' Album Review)

February 27, 2024 • 55 mins

For Case 228, we revisit Joey Bada$$' 1999. Though at the time of it's release he was only 17, the BK lyricist was able to tap into an era in Hip-Hop that he was barely old enough to remember-- and yet still managed to offer a fresh perspective. Now 12 years after his debut, what will he do next?

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Was "Deeper Than Rap'" Rick Ross' Most Challenging Release? (Album Review)

February 19, 2024 • 34 mins

For Case 227, we highlight Rick Ross' Deeper Than Rap album. The Bawse's third studio album was one of his most challenging releases to date, where we'd see him go head-to-head with 50 Cent all while combating allegations that questioned his street cred. But did he come out unscathed?

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Why Is Ja Rule's Legacy Overlooked? ('The Last Temptation' Review)

February 12, 2024 • 54 mins

For Case 226, we revisit Ja Rule's The Last Temptation. Having been such a dominant force in Hip-Hop in the early 2000's, why does Ja's legacy still get overlooked?

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Is Childish Gambino's Music Unoriginal? ("Awaken, My Love" Review)

January 22, 2024 • 32 mins

For Case 225, we revisit Childish Gambino's Funk/Rock inspired Awaken, My Love. The album was quite the departure from his previous releases and leaned heavily on the sounds of Parliament, Curtis Mayfield, and Sly Stone to name a few. But did Gambino's 70's-driven release make it unoriginal?

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Case 224: Is Scarface the Best Storyteller of All Time? ("The Diary" Review)

January 18, 2024 • 57 mins

For Case 224, we take a deep dive into Scarface's third solo release, The Diary. Upon release, the album was one of the few to receive a perfect rating from both The Source and XXL, and cemented Face Mob as one of Hip-Hop's most raw and vivid storytellers.

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Is Mr. Wonderful Action Bronson’s Best Project?

January 3, 2024 • 35 mins

For case 223 we take a deep dive into Action Bronson's Mr Wonderful project, and unpack Bronson's trajectory as an MC. How does this project rank in his catalog?

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Case 222: Did Lloyd Banks’ Career Peak Too Early? (The Hunger for More 2 Review)

December 26, 2023 • 41 mins

For Case 222, we revisit Lloyd Banks' The Hunger For More 2. The album attempts to follow along the lines of his 2004 debut, but the impact isn't quite the same. Did Lloyd Banks peak too soon?

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Case 221:Did Big Sean Drop the Best Rap Project of 2012? (”Detroit” Review)

December 4, 2023 • 48 mins

Big Sean released his career-defining project Detroit, in a year that was stacked with releases from his counterparts. Has it been as memorable as the competition? We revisit for a detailed breakdown.

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Case 220: Is Fat Joe Underrated? (Don Cartagena Review)

November 27, 2023 • 53 mins

Case 220 of Rap & Order brings our focus to Fat Joe's third album, Don Cartagena. The album played a huge part in Fat Joe's ascension as an MC and is often held in high regard amongst hip-Hop purists. We break down this release, and question whether Joe gets the recognition he deserves.

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Case 219:Is All Eyez On Me 2 Pac’s Best Album?

November 8, 2023 • 67 mins

For Case 219 of Rap & Order, we revisit 2 Pac's double disc effort, All Eyez On Me. Was it his best album?

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Did Chance The Rapper Ruin the Mixtape? (”Coloring Book” Review)

October 23, 2023 • 33 mins

Case 218 revisits Chance The Rapper's Coloring Book, and examines how he may or may not have ruined the reputation of mixtapes.

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Why Is IDK So Slept On? (F65 Album Review)

October 17, 2023 • 37 mins

For Case 217, we visit IDK's latest album, F65. The rapper/producer seems to only be elevating his sound with each project, but what is getting in his way of stardom?

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